How to Pronounce "open fire"
expression
ˈoʊpən/ /ˈfaɪɝ/, /ˈfaɪɹ
OH-puhn FY-er
ˈəʊpən/ /fˈaɪə
OH-puhn FY-uh
Definition
To begin shooting a weapon, especially guns, at people or targets. It can also refer to starting to use force in a conflict.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊpən/ /ˈfaɪɝ/, /ˈfaɪɹ
British English
ˈəʊpən/ /fˈaɪə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-puhn FY-er
UK
OH-puhn FY-uh
Listen in Context
The soldiers were ordered to open fire.
Do not open fire unless necessary.
The police did not open fire during the protest.
As soon as they saw movement, the guards opened fire.